Verden: Historical half -timbered house in flames - three injuries after fire

Verden: Historical half -timbered house in flames - three injuries after fire

In the city of Verden, a fire that broke out on August 7th, the historical restaurant Sotti's and the associated half -timbered house largely destroyed. The incident not only shaken the immediate residents, but also raises questions about security and preserving historical buildings.

chronology of fire

The fire broke out on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. on the attic of the house built in 1670. This was one of the oldest buildings in the city, located just a few steps from the cathedral, in the so-called "Bermudadreieck" at Anita-Augspurg-Platz. When the fire brigade arrived, the roof structure was already on fire. The fire brigade immediately had to start a major attack with around 150 forces and three turntable ladders.

injured and evacuation

A total of three people were injured, but all other people present were able to leave the building in good time. It is particularly noteworthy that despite the rapid procedure of the emergency services, parts of the roof collapsed due to the fire and damaged some of the fire brigade. Residents were asked to keep their windows and doors closed and avoid the proximity to the site.

damage and causes research

The scope of the damage is currently unclear, but the first reports point out that the building was predominantly destroyed. Police spokeswoman Imke Burhop confirmed that the investigation into the cause of the fire was initiated. While the fire brigade was still on site, fire nests were tracked down and deleted with an excavator. The work went into the evening.

effects on the community

The destruction of Sotti’s has left deep traces in the Verden community. Many passers -by reacted emotionally to the tragic news and shared their regret about the loss of the popular restaurant on social media. A dog that was saved from the burning building tragically symbolizes the desperate effort to maintain life and property.

conclusion and outlook

This incident raises numerous questions, especially with regard to protection and the preservation of historical buildings in Verden. Such fires are not only tragic individual cases, but also reflect the challenges, in front of which many attractive, but also endangered building fabric papers are facing. The city and its residents must now think about how they deal with this crisis and what lessons can be drawn from it.